Clinical Sister and Learning Lead - Surgical Unit
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
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Job summary
SWFT are excited to be advertising a band 6 clinical sister/charge nurse and learning lead post to join the team on the Surgical Unit.
Are you a suitably qualified nurse with experience in an acute surgical setting who understands the importance of being an approachable leader who supports and promotes staff morale and civility? Do you have a passion for nurse led education to support the ward team?
The Surgical Unit cares for both elective and emergency surgical patients . It accommodates a range of surgical specialties which include: General Surgery, Urology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Trauma and Orthopedics, Gynaecology, Breast Surgery and Colorectal Surgery. It offers a range of learning opportunities and supports the development of an extensive clinical skill set.
The role includes both clinical, managerial and educational duties and you will receive full training and support to be able to fulfill this.
A development role Band 5- Band 6 would be considered for the right candidate.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will contribute to the development of the ward team and support the Ward Manager in the delivery of a consistently high quality and cost effective service. To deputise for the Ward Manager as required.
To work within and ensure continued development of an environment conducive to learning, integrating evidence based theory & practice within the ward.
To provide clinical leadership and establish high quality learning environments through teaching and assessment, supporting all new starters and learners within the ward environment.
To provide teaching and support to all staff who are supervising and assessing all new starters and learners and work in conjunction with the other Learning Lead on the unit.
To work closely with the practice development team, the apprenticeship team and the learning and development department to support a coordinated approach to education, training and professional development.
To support staff in the development of competence and confidence in the delivery of high standards of care whilst being responsive to the needs of patients, relatives and carers as well as service demands.
To manage time effectively between clinical and educational responsibilities in the ward ensuring a 75/25 split.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.
Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
Date posted
19 April 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£35,392 to £42,618 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-EL695
Job locations
Surgical Unit
Warwick
CV34 5BW
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Surgical Unit
Warwick
CV34 5BW
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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